Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions about non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC):

1. What is the difference between NSCLC and small cell lung cancer?
   
   
2. What tests will be used to diagnose NSCLC?
   
   
3. How will my biopsy be conducted?
   
   
4. When and from whom will I receive the biopsy results?
   
   
5. What type of NSCLC do I have?
   
   
6. What is the stage of my cancer?
   
   
7. What is the prognosis based on my cancer type and stage?
   
   
8. Am I a candidate for surgery? If so, what will be removed?
   
   
9. What can I expect in terms of recovery?
   
   
10. How successful is surgery in curing my type of cancer?
    
    
11. Will I need other treatments in addition to surgery?
    
    
12. What are the risks with these treatments?
    
    
13. How will I be monitored after treatment?
    
    
14. What are the signs that my cancer has spread?
    
    
15. What are the chances my cancer will return?
    
    
16. Am I at greater risk for other cancers?
    
    
17. Are there any clinical trials appropriate for me?
    
    
18. Can you recommend a lung cancer support group?